Sampige Niger Seed Niger Seeds 900g (Karale/Karal/Ramtil/Blackseed/Surguja/Valesulu/Payellu/Yamitilla/Veri Nuvullu)

Description

• The primary use of Niger seeds is for extracting oil, which is known as Niger seed oil or Niger oil.
• Niger seed oil is edible and is used for cooking and culinary purposes in some regions, particularly in Ethiopia and parts of Africa.
• Niger seed oil can be used to cure asthma and improves coughing, wheezing, and other lung function
• Niger seeds are a rich source of essential amino acids. 100 ms of raw niger seeds contains 515 calories, 24 gm of protein, 39 gm of fats, 11 gm of fibre, 17 gm of carbohydrates, 300 mg of calcium, 224 mg of phosphorus, and 57 mg of iron.
• The high content of mineral and vitamin in Niger seed oil helps in healing and re-growth of the cells. Vitamin C, riboflavin, carbohydrates, fiber, and protein compressed in the Niger seed oil is vital for the healing process
• There are no added preservatives and no artificial colors. They are also used as a spice in some curries.
• Niger seeds are commonly included in birdseed mixes, especially for feeding finches and other small birds. The seeds are highly nutritious and provide essential fatty acids and proteins for birds.
• Protein Content: Apart from oil, Niger seeds also contain a moderate amount of protein, making them a valuable source of plant-based protein.
• Niger seeds contain antioxidants like tocopherols, which contribute to their stability and potential health benefits.
• In traditional African medicine, Niger seed oil has been used for its potential therapeutic properties, including anti-inflammatory and analgesic effects.

Native to Ethiopia, Eritrea and Malawi, niger seeds are also grown in India. Niger seeds resemble sunflower seeds in shape, but are smaller in size and black. It bears a fairly thick, adherent seed coat and can be stored for up to a year without deterioration. Niger seed contains proteins, oil and soluble sugars. Noug has been described as semi-domesticated, self-incompatible crop with yellow flowering heads and seeds Recent studies have used molecular markers to reveal the genetic diversity of some noug populations grown in Ethiopia studies have reported regional genetic differentiation within noug based on RAPD and AFLP markers Niger seeds are used as bird feed worldwide.Niger seeds are tiny, oval-shaped seeds, similar in size to sesame seeds.They have a dark black or charcoal gray color.Niger seeds are also used in southern parts of India. In Karnataka, Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra, Niger seeds (called valisalu/valasulu, uchellu/gurellu and Karale in Telugu, Kannada and Marathi respectively) are used to make a dry chutney which is used as an accompaniment with breads (Chapathi)

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